We’re looking for students like you who are committed to their studies, highly motivated and want to enhance their CCBC experience.
In the Honors College, students expand their minds with innovative learning experiences, research opportunities and mentorship from distinguished faculty.
Make the most of your college experience, surrounded by a community of scholars. Whether you attend part- or full-time, in person or online, take advantage of the exclusive benefits the Honors College offers!
"The Honors College is not just a community, it’s a family. The professors here are super helpful. They reach out to you because they genuinely care about you."
− Chitpreet Kaur
As a member of the Honors College, you will have access to exclusive benefits and opportunities both inside and outside of the classroom.
As an honors student, you’ll receive advising to help you plan your time at CCBC and beyond. Our staff will help you prepare for graduation and/or transfer to a four-year institution. A faculty mentor will work directly with you to make sure your experience in the Honors College is a success.
Take advantage of special honors courses that challenge you to delve deeper into the subject matter. Smaller class sizes will give you a personalized learning experience and help you further develop writing skills, analytical thinking and creativity.
Students who enroll in Honors College courses are eligible to apply for full- or partial-tuition and book scholarships. Full-tuition scholarships for international students are also available, if applicable.
Attend a variety of events and co-curricular experiences hosted by the Honors College. Throughout the year you can participate in social, cultural and research opportunities to connect what you’re learning in the classroom with the real world and have fun with fellow honors students.
Past research experiences have included the Chesapeake Bay Experience, Art & Activism, The Science of Laughter, Student Leadership Seminar and more. These programs are often in collaboration with local four-year colleges, and give you a chance to gain hands-on experience and go on special field trips. For many of these programs, students receive stipends or scholarships upon completion.
Utilize the Honors Centers on each campus to get work done or meet with peers. These exclusive student spaces offer a study area, free printing and even a kitchenette.
Once you earn at least 12 honors credits and maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA, you’ll be awarded an Honors College Certificate!
Having completed the certificate, you can take advantage of transfer partnerships with local four-year colleges/universities. Terms of these partnerships vary but can include guaranteed admission, dual enrollment, admission to honors programs and discounts on tuition, fees or books.
As an honors student, you’ll receive advising to help you plan your time at CCBC and beyond. Our staff will help you prepare for graduation and/or transfer to a four-year institution. A faculty mentor will work directly with you to make sure your experience in the Honors College is a success.
Take advantage of special honors courses that challenge you to delve deeper into the subject matter. Smaller class sizes will give you a personalized learning experience and help you further develop writing skills, analytical thinking and creativity.
Students who enroll in Honors College courses are eligible to apply for full- or partial-tuition and book scholarships. Full-tuition scholarships for international students are also available, if applicable.
Attend a variety of events and co-curricular experiences hosted by the Honors College. Throughout the year you can participate in social, cultural and research opportunities to connect what you’re learning in the classroom with the real world and have fun with fellow honors students.
Past research experiences have included the Chesapeake Bay Experience, Art & Activism, The Science of Laughter, Student Leadership Seminar and more. These programs are often in collaboration with local four-year colleges, and give you a chance to gain hands-on experience and go on special field trips. For many of these programs, students receive stipends or scholarships upon completion.
Utilize the Honors Centers on each campus to get work done or meet with peers. These exclusive student spaces offer a study area, free printing and even a kitchenette.
Once you earn at least 12 honors credits and maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA, you’ll be awarded an Honors College Certificate!
Having completed the certificate, you can take advantage of transfer partnerships with local four-year colleges/universities. Terms of these partnerships vary but can include guaranteed admission, dual enrollment, admission to honors programs and discounts on tuition, fees or books.
Explore the vibrant experiences of the Honors College! From cultural outings to social events, our students engage in activities that bring classroom learning to life while building lasting connections. Take a glimpse into the fun, growth and discovery shared by fellow honors students throughout the year.
The Honors College propels you to do more with your education. It’s given me a higher-tier experience, exposed me to different worldviews and prepared me to transfer to a university.
The Honors College is open to academically dedicated and highly motivated CCBC students. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
To get started, you’ll first need to apply to CCBC and enroll. Then, submit the following items to the Honors College office on the campus you plan to attend:
After applying, you will be notified by email once the Honors Committee has reviewed your application.
